TA retrofitting was the main topic of the first edition of the LATCH Manual, issued in 1999 and titled Tethering Child Restraints. Now, 18 years later, this information is less utilized, but no less important for families who drive the many pre-MY 01 vehicles still on the road. Because tethering is so beneficial to child safety, it continues to be worthwhile for CPSTs to encourage TA retrofitting when educating families who have these older vehicles. While protective technologies like side-impact air bags and electronic stability control cannot be added to older cars, tether anchors often can be. This is a relatively easy and affordable way to make an older car much safer for kids.